Free uni grade calculator
Enter your assignment marks and credit weights — this university grade calculator returns your weighted average and UK degree classification or US GPA equivalent, updated live, as you type.
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Weighted average of assignment scores. Weights should total 100% for an accurate overall grade.
Results are estimates. Consult a professional.
How the university grade calculator works
Enter each module or course with its grade (percentage or letter) and its credit weight. The calculator returns your weighted average grade, your UK degree classification, and your US GPA equivalent. A weighted average is essential when modules carry different numbers of credits — a 30-credit module should count three times as much as a 10-credit one.
Worked example: three modules with different credit weights
A second-year student has three modules: Research Methods (30 credits, 64%), Data Analysis (30 credits, 72%), and Dissertation (60 credits, 58%). The dissertation is worth double each taught module, so the weighted average is lower than a simple average would suggest.
UK degree classification thresholds and US GPA equivalents
UK degree classifications are set by each university within QAA guidelines. The thresholds below are the standard boundaries used by the majority of UK institutions.
| UK classification | Percentage range | US GPA equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| First Class (1st) | 70% and above | 3.7 – 4.0 |
| Upper Second (2:1) | 60% – 69% | 3.0 – 3.6 |
| Lower Second (2:2) | 50% – 59% | 2.0 – 2.9 |
| Third Class (3rd) | 40% – 49% | 1.0 – 1.9 |
| Fail | Below 40% | Below 1.0 |
Source: QAA Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications. GPA equivalents are approximate conversions used by graduate admissions offices.
Tips for tracking and improving your university grade
Your weighted average can shift significantly depending on which modules carry the most credits. These tips help you use the calculator strategically.
- Use credit weights, not module counts — if you treat every module as equal when they are not, you may misjudge your classification by several percentage points near a boundary.
- Identify your high-impact modules — a 60-credit dissertation counts twice as much as a 30-credit module. Prioritise preparation time in proportion to credit weight.
- Calculate your minimum needed score — if you know your current weighted average and remaining credits, you can work out the minimum grade needed in your final module to reach a target classification.
- Check your university's exact rules — some universities apply discretionary classification boards for marks within 2% of a boundary, or weight final-year marks more heavily. The standard formula may differ from your institution's algorithm.
- US graduate applications use GPA, not percentage — if applying abroad, use the US GPA column to present your grades in a familiar format for admissions committees.
Accuracy and limitations
The weighted average formula is exact. The UK classification thresholds shown follow the standard QAA framework, but individual universities may apply different boundaries, borderline policies, or progression rules. Always verify your classification with your institution's official regulations.
The US GPA equivalents are approximate conversions used as guidelines for graduate admissions — they are not official Fulbright or WES conversions. For formal applications requiring a certified GPA, use a recognised credential evaluation service such as WES (World Education Services).
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